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    GlossaryForeign Body Reaction

    body's immune response to an implanted or invasive object

    A Foreign Body Reaction (FBR) is the body's immune response to a foreign object that has entered the tissue, such as a splinter, surgical implant, or even hair transplants. This reaction involves inflammation, the formation of a fibrous capsule around the object, and the recruitment of immune cells to the site in an attempt to isolate or expel the foreign material.

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      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community 5 months difference. Thoughts?

      in Is this regrowth?  84 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride since January and added topical dutasteride last month, seeing significant hair regrowth in five months. Other users shared their experiences with similar treatments, discussed side effects, and asked for details about the user's routine.

      community 35M, before/after Finasteride 1mg Daily for 4.5 months

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 35-year-old man has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 4.5 months with no noticeable effects on hair loss, and he is considering adding Minoxidil to his treatment. Other users suggest that significant improvements may take up to 18 months and recommend additional treatments like Minoxidil, microneedling, or switching to Dutasteride.

      community Minoxidil works amazingly, you just need to give it time.

      in Minoxidil  326 upvotes 3 months ago
      Minoxidil can effectively promote hair regrowth with consistent use, but results differ among individuals. Some recommend combining it with finasteride for better long-term results, though OP chooses to use only minoxidil and accepts the possibility of going bald.